Tom Lin is an American author known for his vivid, genre-blending fiction. His debut novel, "The Thousand Crimes of Ming Tsu," is a gripping blend of Western and fantasy set against the backdrop of 19th-century Chinese American railroad labor, following a hired killer on a quest for vengeance and redemption. His follow-up, "Babylon, South Dakota," continues his exploration of myth, identity, and the American landscape. Lin's prose is lyrical and atmospheric, weaving together history, folklore, and moral complexity. He brings fresh, underrepresented perspectives to American storytelling, cementing his place as a bold and distinctive voice in contemporary literature.